Zelensky doing well against Russia, says Trump

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has offered a more positive assessment of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's performance in the ongoing war with Russia. Trump, who previously suggested Zelensky lacked the necessary advantages to win, now says the Ukrainian leader is "doing pretty well" and "holding his own."

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He’s doing pretty well. He’s holding his own, at least. A lot of people dying on both sides, but I think he’s doing pretty well.

Speaking to journalists, Trump acknowledged the significant loss of life in the conflict but maintained that Zelensky is managing the situation effectively. He also commended Zelensky's courage, the quality of Ukrainian military equipment, and the fighting capabilities of his soldiers.

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You have to say he’s courageous, he’s got great equipment, but he’s got great men, he’s got fighters.

Analysts suggest that Ukraine has demonstrated increasing resilience on the battlefield. However, the report also highlights that Russian forces continue to launch deadly attacks on Ukrainian cities, indicating the conflict's persistent severity. The article mentions that Trump and Zelensky last met at the G7 summit in France, where leaders committed to increasing pressure on Russia to end the war. Following that meeting, Zelensky expressed gratitude to Trump for his attention to Ukraine and willingness to help facilitate peace.

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I’m grateful to President Trump for his attention to Ukraine and his readiness to help bring peace closer.